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Malaysia's rail operator KTMB is managing passenger disruptions following a lorry crash that damaged overhead lines on the Kulai-Kempas Baru track in Johor. Shuttle buses now connect affected services while restoration work continues.
Malaysia's state railway operator KTMB is launching an extended Southern Shuttle route connecting Paloh to JB Sentral from August 8, serving seven stations with 10 daily trips and discounted fares to boost regional connectivity.
Malaysia has finished upgrading the Gemas-Mentakab railway line at a cost of RM41.7 million, eight years after the project began. The work strengthens connections between the East Coast and West Coast, supporting the government's push for rail-based freight transportation.